How to Dial From Home Screen on a Blackberry

Blackberry communication devices double as a cellular phone and a personal digital assistant, or PDA, allowing users to talk on the phone and check one or multiple email accounts. Some PDAs are very intricate and difficult to change from other functions to the phone function. However, a Blackberry is easy to use and simple to navigate. You can easily engage the phone function by dialing from the home screen.

Instructions

1. Push any key to awaken the Blackberry from sleep mode. Sleep mode settings vary, as they are programmed according to the user's preference. Most phones will be asleep unless used recently.

2. Unlock the phone if keypad is locked. Press the "*" button and the green "Send" button at top of the keyboard to unlock. You can also unlock the phone by pressing the track wheel on the side and selecting "Unlock" and pressing again. Your screen should automatically go to the home screen once unlocked.

3. Press each number key that correlates with your phone number. Do not forget the area code. The dial screen immediately opens as you press the first number key. Press the green "Send" button at the top of the keyboard once you have entered your numbers.

4. Place the Blackberry to your ear as the number begins to ring and prepare for your conversation. To start over if you mis-dialed or to end the call and return to your home screen, press the red "End" button.